CryptoQuant says bitcoin and altcoin exchange deposits have spiked, indicating higher volatility ahead
Bitcoin deposits to exchanges recently climbed to nearly 49,000 BTC, "a rare extreme" seen only four other times this year, CryptoQuant said.
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July 3, 2026, 8:32 pmMining firms such as RiotPlatform and Mara Holdings, Inc., have been selling their BTC holdings, likely to cover rising overhead costs.
July 3, 2026, 7:30 pmBitcoin deposits to exchanges recently climbed to nearly 49,000 BTC, "a rare extreme" seen only four other times this year, CryptoQuant said.
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